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10-04-2007, 05:32 PM
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 Looking for Bronze Hi There! I'm looking for someplace I can buy silicone bronze sheet and rod in small quantities...anybody got a favorite supplier? I live in South MS but don't mind ordering online if the shipping is reasonable. Thanks 
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10-04-2007, 06:28 PM
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| speedymetals.com then go to bronze.
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10-06-2007, 01:07 AM
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| Looked at speedymetals.com. They list only "aluminum bronze." Vas ist das aluminum bronze? I want silicon bronze. Inquiring minds want to know. Why is finding bronze, brass, stainless, so difficult, anyway? The stuff has been around for centuries, but nobody in Abuquerque has it. |
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10-06-2007, 04:13 AM
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| For small rods, would brazing rod from the welding supply dealer work? Several sizes to choose from. May want to check the scrap dealers as they many times have pallet size containers of brass, bronze, that has been sold for scrap prices.
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02-15-2008, 11:15 PM
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| Hello all, What is your shop set up for? Rolling mill? Hammer and anvil? What size material do you need? If you are looking for silicon bronze sheet and rod, I have found Atlas Metals in Denver to be quite good, but they sell 2' x 10' sheets and 6 or 12 foot rods. Mcmaster in Chicago has a great online sales site with Silicon Bronze rod 5/16" on up, but no sheet. lots of other copper alloy sheet goods though. For joining bronzes and a good color match, remember to use the same alloy, I always use 655 silicon bronze so my castings match my forgings and my raised or formed sheet, then my scrap can be used for casting. Kind regards |
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02-16-2008, 06:56 PM
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| You can try Farmer's Copper in Galveston, TX. |
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02-23-2008, 10:28 PM
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| You might look up Budget Casting Supply on line. They sell small amounts of silicon bronze for hobbyist. |
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03-04-2008, 04:42 AM
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| Hi Firegirl, Dig that name! It's been many many years since I worked with that stuff and I can't remember who I got what from. But, if you haven't checked already, I believe Rio Grande Jewelry Supply is in Albuquerque. Maybe they have it? What are you working on? Sounds intriguing! Phil |
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03-07-2008, 10:45 AM
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| Thanks for all the ideas guys...Rio does carry bronze, but only for casting and I prefer to forge things, better feel for the piece that way. I have series of figures in mind that I am going to try (elemental spirits) if I can find (and afford!) the materials. I've got quote requests in for all the other suppliers...
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03-07-2008, 11:09 AM
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| Firegirl, I just noticed your signature. Ha, ha, that's a good one. I really like it. Let us know what you find out about sourcing your material...and definitely send us some pix of your work. It sounds even more intriguing! As a biodynamic farmer I have a deep sense of respect for elementals. Looking forward to hearing/seeing more from you. Thanks, Phil |
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